Family Law

9 Places to get free legal support in Australia

Are you looking for free legal support in Australia? Navigating the complexities of the legal system can be a daunting task, especially when going through a family separation. Fortunately, there are numerous resources and organisations across the country that offer...

Family Law

Invaluable advice for self-representing in the family court

The reality is that going to Family Court can be very expensive. Unfortunately, many single mothers who don’t qualify for Legal Aid but who don’t have the financial resources to fund a private lawyer, may find themselves in a situation...

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Family Law

How to download text messages from your phone

This article about how to download text messages was last updated in 2022. It’s a wonder how we managed without text messaging! We use it daily for literally everything. Since texting it is such a popular form of communication, there...

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Family Law

7 Apps to document abuse as evidence

This article about apps to document abuse was last updated in 2022. If you are experiencing abuse in any form, from anybody, you have a right to take action. When you do this, you will need proof. For more severe...

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How to choose the right lawyer for your family law case

If you identify that you need a family lawyer, the next question is which one do you choose? This can be daunting, as it is very possible that you may not have retained a lawyer before and you are having...

Family Law

What is legal aid and can I get it for my family law case?

This article about legal aid for my family law case was last updated in 2022. When you go through a separation, the hope is that you can keep it civil and avoid lawyers and the Family Court. However, this is...

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What to do if a parent breaches court orders

You’ve been through hell and high water, but finally you and your ex have got your courts orders approved by the family court in relation to the care of your children after separation. All you need to do now, is...

Family Law

Child Impact Report: Everything parents must know

As a result of the introduction of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, parents who are in Court regarding their parenting dispute may be ordered to participate in meetings with a Court Child Expert for the purposes of...

Family Law

Duty of disclosure in family law: Here’s what you need to know.

On 1 September 2021, the new Court, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia commenced. Along with it came a whole range of new rules under the Federal Circuit and Family Court Rules that now apply to both property...

Children

How can I change my child’s surname?

How can I change my child’s surname? When parents separate, it’s not uncommon to feel lost or that a part of your and your child’s life has been fractured. For the single mum who is often the primary parent, there...